Related Experiment Video
Updated: Aug 6, 2026

Using Continuous Data Tracking Technology to Study Exercise Adherence in Pulmonary Rehabilitation
Published on: November 8, 2013
[Home-based pulmonary rehabilitation: the evidence, practical issues and medico-economics]
1Service de Pneumologie, Centre Hospitalier et Universitaire d'Angers, AIR Anjou. Haouksel@chu-angers.fr
Introduction:
Pulmonary rehabilitation is an established part of the management of chronic obstructive airway disease. For longer-term effects, extending rehabilitation into domiciliary care settings may be necessary. There are few studies evaluating precisely this modality of management in a home setting.
State Of The Art:
This review analyses the current literature on home based rehabilitation. The benefits of pulmonary rehabilitation, the practical aspects of its application, and its advantages and limitations are detailed. The few data on economic aspects of home rehabilitation are also discussed.
Perspectives:
Home-based pulmonary rehabilitation is effective with positive short-term effects on quality of life, breathlessness and effort tolerance. Its practical application needs to be defined.
Conclusion:
Home-based pulmonary rehabilitation appears to be an effective intervention in patients with COPD but more studies are necessary to evaluate it fully.
Related Concept Videos
Restorative Care
Specialized Care Centers and Settings-II
Rural health centers are specialized care facilities in remote locations with very few medical personnel. The primary care providers who run the centers are mostly Registered Nurse Practitioners. Here, emergency treatment is provided to critically ill or injured patients before they are transferred to the closest hospital. Fortunately, due to advancement in technology, many rural healthcare facilities and professionals have easy access to diagnostic and treatment...
Documentation in Long-Term and Home Healthcare Setting
Long-Term Care Facilities
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease-IV: Assessement and Diagnostic Studies
Medical History
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease-V: Nursing Management
Assessment
Chest Physiotherapy
Purpose
CPT is primarily used for patients with excessive bronchial secretions who have difficulty clearing...

